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An IELTS test taker from Kazakhstan (thanks, Y!) remembered the following Writing and Speaking questions from a recent exam:

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a report)

We were given maps illustrating changes made between 1996 and 2006 to one of former farms.

Writing task 2 (an essay)

Some people believe that sport competitions are a source of emotional stress for young people. Therefore, youth should be banned from participating in sport competitions. Do you agree or disagree?

Speaking test

Interview

– What is your full name?
– Can I see your ID?
– Where are you from?
– Do you work or study?
– What do you do?
– What do you like the most about your job?
– Do you like to dance? Why?
– Did you learn how to dance in school?
– Where do people usually dance in your country?
– Do you like to watch other people dance?
– Why do people like to dance in your opinion?

Cue Card

Describe an interesting animal that you saw for the first time recently. Please say

– What is it?
– Where and when did you see it?
– Why do you find it interesting?

Discussion

– What animals can be seen in your country?
– Do people still use animals for work?
– Why do you think people become vegetarians?
– What do you think about experiments on animals?

A test taker from Australia (thanks, H!) remembered the following Writing and Speaking questions from a recent IELTS exam:

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a letter)

You have recently purchased a piece of furniture, but you noticed a problem when it was delivered to you. Write a letter to the store manager and say

– What is the problem?
– How did it happen in your opinion?
– What do you suggest the manager should do to resolve the problem?

Writing Task 2 (an essay)

Some people believe that no one should be allowed to continue working after the age of 65. However, others say there shouldn’t be a limitation on age and anyone should be allowed to work regardless of their age. Discuss both views, give your own opinion and include relevant examples.

Speaking test

Interview

– What is your full name?
– Can I see your ID?
– Where are you from?
– Do you work or study?
– What do you do for work?
– Why did you choose to do it?

Cue Card

Talk about a job that you would like to do. Please say

– What job is it?
– How did you find out about it?
– What are the skills you should have to do this job?

Discussion

– What kind of jobs children would like to do in their future?
– Why do they want to do this kind of jobs?
– Do you think money is the only important thing when considering a job?
– Do you think colleagues at your work place affect your work?
– Do you think it is in human nature to conceal personal shortcomings?